Jpb Offers at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

Generic responsibilities 

• Transport NRC staff, visitors, documents and goods/materials to designated destinations when officially approved
• Ensure the safety and security of the passengers, the goods and the vehicle
• Immediately report accidents, breakdowns and needs of repair and general maintenance/service
• Respect the local traffic regulations and the NRC logistical, drivers and vehicle policies at all times
• Maintain the logbook for all trips
• Maintain the vehicle in proper operating condition at all times, including keeping the vehicle clean, ensuring enough fuel, checking the technical state etc. 
• In liaison with the line manager/direct supervisor, arrange for repairs and servicing 
• Ensure the assigned vehicle has all the necessary documents and equipment 
• Provide logistical support during training and workshops.

Specific responsibilities 

• In the event of an accident, the driver shall ensure that all steps, rules and regulations are followed, including filling in the incident report.
• The driver is responsible for cleaning and performing the daily check on the vehicle and shall ensure that it is in a safe running condition. He/she is also responsible for checking the oil level, water level, batteries, brakes, tyres, etc; and that the vehicle is at all times equipped with a first aid kit, a good spare tyre and all prescribed tools and equipment. He/she will report promptly and in writing to NRC is some tools are missing.
• The driver is responsible for logging in (on the logbook) all trips and ensuring that other drivers that may use the vehicle do the same. 
• The driver should ensure that the fuel tanks as a rule should always be completely full, if possible, and the quantity of litres dispensed should be properly recorded in the logbook. 
• The driver shall ensure that all required licenses, insurance cards and vehicle permits are valid and available in the vehicle including accident reports. He/she must also ensure that own driving license and other relevant driving papers are up to date. 
• The driver shall follow the instructions provided in the NRC’s Driver Manual.
• The driver is responsible for performing minor repairs if needed while major repairs should be reported to the supervisor before planning.
• Ensure the assigned vehicle is always in good working condition and meets NRC safety and security standards
• Be flexible to work on any shift during 24 hrs with the day i.e. 08.00 a.m to 4.00p.m; 4.00p.m to 12.00 a.m; 12.00 a.m to 08.00 a.m including weekends and public holidays. 

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license
• Experience from working as a driver in a humanitarian/recovery context
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Fluency in English and local languages
• Geographical area knowledge
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply for this position

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These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka, and Gwoza.
We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.
If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic, passionate Experienced WASH Technical Assistant to join our team in Area South, Mubi Adamawa State.

Responsibilities

Generic Responsibilities

• Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
• Take account of gender, protection, the environment, and other important cross-cutting concerns in programme design, implementation, and reporting; carry out activities in a way that reflects the needs of specific groups and individuals e.g. elderly people, minority groups, children, and people with disabilities.
• Fill the monitoring checklists for latrines and hygiene promotion activities as well as collect user satisfaction views on safety and privacy of the latrines as well as appropriateness of the sanitation options.
• To establish good working relationship and collaboration with other implementing agencies and work hand in hand with the existing WASH committees.
• To assist in selecting the beneficiaries according to NRC vulnerability criteria, 
• Participate in meeting with relevant local authorities [Ministry of Water, Ministry of Health, RUWASSA etc], sectoral working groups and other key stakeholders. 

Specific responsibilities:

• Work closely with the artisans to ensure new constructions, rehabilitation, repair and maintenance of WASH infrastructure retain NRC standards and quality based on the BoQs and Designs.
• Support the WASH officer in the construction activities especially in an integrated approach with FSL related activities especially dams and water troughs.
• Provide daily and weekly reports on routine water supply, sanitation and hygiene promotion activities to the WASH officer. 
• Monitor WASH facilities, latrine cleanliness, usage and maintenance within the assigned project locations.
• Support the informal and formal training sessions (according to identified needs) for hygiene promoters and evaluate the impacts of this training. 
• Supervise Water supply and sanitation activities in line with relevant standards, codes of conduct, and humanitarian principles.
• Supervise Sanitation activities and resources so that they are implemented and handed over or ended in a way that promotes local capacities and sustainable operations.
• Any other assignment as may be required by the WASH Officer or WASH Coordinator

Qualifications

• Bsc or Higher Diploma in civil, Water Resources engineering or Geology(BAC+5) minimum
• Minimum 2 years of experience in WASH projects in a humanitarian/early recovery context
• Technical background in Public Health, Environmental Health, Water and Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering. Extensive experience may substitute for specific qualifications but not vice versa.
• Political and cultural awareness and experience of working where insecurity is a major issue
• Sensitivity to the needs and priorities of disadvantaged populations (minority groups etc)
• Demonstrated experience of integrating gender and diversity issues into WASH Programming.
• Ability to work independently in a result oriented multi-tasking and multi-cultural environment and manage conflicting priorities
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GPS, ArcGIS and Google Earth is strongly desirable
• Familiarity with international minimum standards of Water Supply, Sanitation and hygiene service delivery (i.e., SPHERE) is an advantage

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Generic responsibilities

• Adhere to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
• Assist with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to plan of action
• Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
• Ensure proper filing of documents 
• Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support function

Specific responsibilities 

• Assist in conducting technical assessments for shelter needs, damage levels, and site suitability, including mapping and layout design.
• Provide on-site supervision and technical guidance during the construction or rehabilitation of shelters, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications.
• Track the delivery and usage of shelter materials and ensure that construction quality meets minimum standards, including Sphere or national shelter guidelines.
• Support community mobilization, provide technical advice to beneficiaries, and help train local laborers or contractors in construction techniques and safety.
• Maintain daily records, contribute to progress reports, and provide timely feedback on project implementation challenges or successes to the Shelter Officer or Engineer.
• With the support of the Shelter Officer and Shelter team lead, provide the drafts of technical drawings, Bill of Quantity, site plan and technical specification notes for shelter projects.
• Maintain good working relationships with local authorities, local communities, local committees and partners as well as with all stakeholders in NRC area of intervention
• Represent NRC in field coordination meeting when required.
• Any other Tasks assigned by Line manager

Qualifications

• University degree in civil engineering or architecture
• Knowledge of the context in North Eastern Nigeria
• Knowledge of the local language , Hausa 
• Experience on implementation of emergency shelter activities and other civil constructions
• Experience in household sensitization and training in shelter and infrastructure maintenance
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GPS, ARC GIS and Google Earth
• Handling insecure environment
• Planning and delivering results
• Empowering and building trust
• Communicating with impact and respect